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Mikel Arteta agrees fresh long-term contract to stay at Arsenal

September 22, 2026 21:43

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Mikel Arteta agrees fresh long-term contract to stay at Arsenal
Mikel Arteta has committed his future to Arsenal by agreeing a fresh long-term contract, the club's manager has reportedly done so according to the latest report. His coaching staff are also said to be close to extending their deals, with a formal announcement described as a matter of time.

WHAT HAPPENED
Arteta has been in charge at Arsenal since December 2019 and has overseen a major turnaround at the club. Arsenal ended a 22-year wait for the Premier League title last term and are described as favourites to retain the trophy this season. The new agreement is reported to be an improved deal for the Spanish coach, who has previously expressed a desire to prolong his managerial career at the club.

KEY CONTEXT
Arsenal suffered a surprise 3-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League before the international break. That result left them three points behind league leaders Manchester City.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Arsenal's next fixture is a home match against Leeds United at the Emirates Stadium.